Why Do Michigan State Police Cruisers Still Use The "Bubble" Light?
WEBSep 15, 2022 · The Michigan State Police was started in the 1920s, and got their first cruisers in 1929. At the time, the only emergency lights on a police cruiser were red spotlights mounted on the front, right fender with the word "Stop" painted on the glass.
Michigan State Police unveil slightly redesigned patrol car light
WEBAug 15, 2023 · Michigan State Police say the redesigned beacons should be more visible despite the smaller size thanks to a 42% increase in the number of LED lights inside, which flash in all directions...
MSP upgrades patrol vehicle lights - YouTube
WEBFor decades, Michigan State Police have been patrolling our state with those iconic single red bubble lights atop their cruisers.
State police goes LED: Traditional patrol light receives modern …
WEBDec 30, 2009 · The new LED overhead light produces an intense, wide-angle red light in all directions that only requires three amps to operate. Each kit uses 12 light heads, nine LED bulbs per head, for a total of 108 lights in each car; far …
Michigan: MSP Goes LED: Traditional Patrol Light Receives Modern Upgrade
WEBSince the 1950s, Michigan State Police (MSP) patrol cars have been adorned with a unique rotating red light on the roof. As the only state police department in the country to use this design, the single overhead red light is unmistakably identifiable to both Michigan residents and other law enforcement agencies.
Ask Trooper Rob: Why does the state police use the single red lights …
WEBJan 11, 2012 · The Michigan State Police (MSP) patrol car is perhaps one of the most recognizable in the nation with its single red “bubble” or “gumball” overhead light, blue paint and “stop” placard.
Michigan State Police vehicles getting an upgrade
WEBDec 7, 2018 · For decades, Michigan State Police have been patrolling our state with those iconic single red bubble lights atop their cruisers. They're unique and have always served a logical purpose,...
Michigan State Police announces new changes to patrol vehicles - WILX
WEBAug 15, 2023 · LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan State Police announced that some new changes are coming to their patrol vehicles this fall. The department posted photos on social media of a newer and more...
Michigan company behind new state police lights - MSN
WEBWhile some people may get an anxious feeling or a sigh of relief seeing the flashing red light of a Michigan State Police vehicle, there are two men from the Michigan-based company...
Michigan State Police - Wikipedia
WEBMichigan State Police have continued to use the "gumball" style lights instead of lightbars, claiming they are unique, reduce wind drag, and are highly visible at long distances. [ 14 ] MSP vehicles also feature a clear plastic sign, referred to as a "hood light" or "hailer" or "shark fin" on the hood that lights up when activated.
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